Required readings for the assignments:Nietzsche, The Genealogy of MoralsMaiman, “Kant versus
Nietzsche” (in D2L under Required Reading)Assignment:1. In Nietzsche’s The Genealogy of Morals, he
presents a version of the story of the development of morals that is, in part, a reaction against Kantian
ethics. Using the two sources, but in your own words:a. Describe Nietzsche’s presentation of the
developments of JudeoChristian morals. According to Nietzsche, morals are not eternal or universal, but
created by specific cultures, in specific circumstances. b. Discuss how Nietzsche’s “revaluation
[transvaluation] of all values” conflicts with Kantian ethics.c. Assess Maiman’s argument, that Nietzsche
was not attempting to eliminate moralsaltogether, but was seeking a different basis for morals. Do you
agree or disagree? Why?d. Which position, Nietzsche’s or Kant’s, do you agree with? Why?
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